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Welcome to SASA Malaysia

SASA Malaysia is a collaborative initiative led by a multidisciplinary team dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion through the arts and humanities. Supported by the expertise and community engagement of Beyond Borders Malaysia, this project is part of the AHRC-funded SASA (South America and Southeast Asia) initiative. Together, we address critical issues, including those affecting women and girls, conflicts and post-conflict situations, and the environmental humanities. We aim to mobilize local and indigenous knowledge to foster meaningful partnerships and drive lasting change. Our work aspires to create a future shaped by collaboration and transformative impact that crosses new frontiers.

MEET THE TEAM

Mahi Ramakrishnan

Project Lead

Mahi Ramakrishnan is a consultant in forced migration, women, peace & security, a researcher of atrocity crimes, sexual & gender-based violence, and a documentary filmmaker dedicated to shedding light on some of the most pressing human rights issues of our time.


Through collaborations with Malaysian and regional (Southeast Asia) civil society organizations (CSOs), she continues to lobby for the right to work, education, and healthcare for refugees, while exploring political campaign ideas to push to end targeted persecution in Myanmar.


Her specialization includes forced migration and women, peace & security. Through her work, she strives to raise awareness and bring attention to the challenges facing vulnerable populations and those impacted by conflict, trafficking, human smuggling, and sexual exploitation.

Prathee S.

Project Coordinator

Prathee Saravananathan is a technology entrepreneur specializing in SaaS solutions for participant and program management and leveraging AI to combat hate speech. His work focuses on developing ESG-aligned technology to support organizations in the social impact sector.


He is dedicated to creating innovative tools that streamline case management for social workers, improve service delivery, and utilize AI-driven solutions to detect and mitigate online hate speech. His mission is to bridge technology and social good, providing digital solutions that address real-world challenges in human rights, advocacy, and community engagement.

Pang Khee Teik

Program Facilitator

Pang Khee Teik is a Malaysian arts consultant, activist, curator, organizer, photographer, and writer. For the last ten years, Pang has been the director of popular art and activism bazaar Art For Grabs in Malaysia. In 2008, he co-founded sexuality rights festival Seksualiti Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur together with fellow activists and artists. It was banned by police in 2011. He remains active in speaking on LGBT issues as well as mentoring Malaysian LGBTs to organize events to raise the public's awareness. He was formerly the arts programme director of The Annexe Gallery where he curated many exhibitions and festivals. Before that, he was the editor of arts website Kakiseni.com. In 2010, he received the Cross Cultural Champion of the Arts Award at the Boh Cameronian Arts Awards, Kuala Lumpur. Under the Chevening Scholarship, Pang graduated in 2013 with an MA in Gender, Sexuality & Culture from Birkbeck, University of London.

Juvica

Admin Executive

Juvica is a seasoned professional specializing in Accountancy, Banking & Financial Management, and Digital Marketing. With a strong background in HR recruitment, financial management, digital marketing, sales, and customer service, Juvica brings a wealth of experience across multiple industries.


Her expertise includes financial planning and analysis, risk management, corporate banking strategies, and digital transformation in the financial sector. She has successfully led recruitment initiatives, talent acquisition strategies, and workforce planning to enhance organizational growth.


In the realm of digital marketing, Juvica has a proven track record of developing and executing high-impact campaigns, leveraging data-driven insights, SEO optimization, and social media marketing to drive brand engagement and customer retention. Additionally, her experience in sales and customer service has equipped her with strong interpersonal skills, client relationship management expertise, and the ability to deliver customer-centric solutions.


Juvica's diverse skill set and professional experience make her a valuable asset in navigating the complexities of modern finance, marketing, and human resource management.